Each January in Anaheim CA, one of the country’s greatest musical possibilities is hidden in plain sight. Over 80 pianos – polished, tuned, and ready to play – are presented in Lounge 88 at The NAMM Show.

In 2018, this Roomful of Pianos will welcome a new annual event featuring spectacular multiple piano music, where pianists from around the country will perform symphonic arrangements, jazz explorations, and clangorous delights for dozens of players at the nation’s foremost assemblage of pianos.

2018 Program

All performances begin at 5:30pm, in Lounge 88 at The NAMM Show (in the Anaheim Convention Center). The Saturday program will be followed by a reception and Schubertiade open to all participating pianists.Sign up to perform.

Saturday, January 27: For 50+ Pianos

Roomful of Pianos will also feature educational workshops and career development sessions, presented by industry experts. All events will be open to all NAMM members and Roomful of Pianos participants.Click here for more details.

The Unseen Artist

In addition, the NAMM Museum of Making Music is partnering with the Piano Technicians Guild and Foundation to celebrate the often unknown or misunderstood art of the piano technician. A unique and engaging display will be located just outside Lounge 88.

Get in the Room!

NAMM cordially invites pianists from around the country to come play with us! Pianists may sign up to perform for one, two, or all three nights, depending on your ability and availability.

Roomful of Pianos Steering Committee

Tracy Cowden, Virginia TechJed Distler, Composers CollaborativeAaron Friedman, Make Music AllianceMartha Hilley, Butler School of Music at UT AustinGary Ingle, Music Teachers National AssociationWilliam Pelto, College Music SocietyRichard Rejino, National Piano FoundationBetty Anne Younker, University of Western OntarioEmily White, Special Music School, Kaufman Music Center‎